Valérie Daoust

Valérie Daoust is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the Faculty of Arts, University of Ottawa, where she has taught full time since 2007. Her academic work bridges continental and Anglo-American philosophical traditions, with a focus on political and social philosophy, feminist theory, and gender studies.

Education:

• PhD in Philosophy, Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, 2003
• DEA in Philosophy, Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, 1995
• Master in Philosophy, Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, 1994
• Licence in Philosophy, Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, 1993
• B.A. in Political Science, Université de Montréal, 1992

Her research explores the normative construction of subjectivity, particularly the 'woman subject,' through the lenses of Simone de Beauvoir, Luce Irigaray, Judith Butler, and Michel Foucault. She investigates themes such as identity, freedom, power, truth, and ethical inclusion in liberal democracies, with special attention to gender, sexuality, biotechnology, and the regulation of marginalized communities. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates insights from psychoanalysis, critical theory, and social philosophy.

The trends in her scholarly publications reflect a sustained engagement with the intersections of power, ethics, and identity. Her work spans feminist philosophy, poststructuralism, democratic theory, and the philosophical analysis of erotism and social regulation. She critically examines how identities are constructed, recognized, or excluded within contemporary political and cultural frameworks.

Scientific Awards:

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Valérie Daoust has contributed to academic mentoring and collaborative research, notably co-authoring a book with Patrice Corriveau on the social regulation of sexual minorities. While no formal list of advisees is provided, her publications and teaching suggest active engagement in supervising and guiding students in philosophy and gender studies. She has not received mention of specific grants, but her sustained research output indicates ongoing scholarly activity. She teaches courses such as Bioethics, Philosophy of Feminism and Gender, and Contemporary Political Philosophy, contributing significantly to the academic mission of her department.

Labs and Research Teams:

No specific labs or formal research teams are mentioned in the text. However, her interdisciplinary research suggests potential affiliations with gender studies networks, philosophy research groups, and critical theory collectives at the University of Ottawa and beyond.